zEalontoys (1930) Professor. Hazel Smith Terry's Chad valley introduced Kapok (Aerolite)

Chad valley introduced Kapok (Aerolite) into the body of bears very early

He has a small hump and long arms

one of short hair 20 inches & the other a very unusual white bear prototype by Farnell with web stitching to paws

Button   Label Fabric Mohair blond Size 10 cms Eyes Glass topaz Features Rod jointed Jointed 4 ways Jointed Pads Stuffing Woodwool Clothes

From the onset Merrythought was known for it's novelty teddy bears

zEalontoys (1930) Professor. Hazel Smith Terry's Chad valley introduced Kapok (Aerolite)Showcased by Hazel Smith Cuddly 24" Ealontoys teddy bear dating from the 1930s, with growler. No holes, no repairs. Excellent coverage of thick, soft, clean mohair, a very good quality bear of his day possibly not played with due to his large size. Chubby limbs with upturned upper paws and drumstick shaped legs. Large cupped ears. Well embroidered nose and mouth. Slightly dropped stitches at each side of nose. Amber and black glass eyes. Felt paw